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B143 GAV

1985 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,079 mi
Last recorded33,079 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda CBX75037,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB143 GAV
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 33,079 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 32,894 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 32,397 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 31,566 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 30,584 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 30,516 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,199 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 29,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 29,973 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 29,770 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,476 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,138 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 29,109 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2006 28,683 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX750?

Based on 3,696 MOT tests across 646 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
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B143 GAV is a 1985 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 37,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBX750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B143 GAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B143 GAV registered?

B143 GAV is a 1985 Honda CBX750, first registered on 10 July 1985.

Is B143 GAV safe to buy?

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